Justice of the Peace, Precinct Number 1

Outside View of the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1Warning

Do not attempt to contact a judge by mail, email, phone or in person about any pending or potential lawsuit.

Civil & Criminal

Review frequently asked questions related to civil and criminal cases.

  1. Do I have to drive to Decatur to the Justice of the Peace Office?
  2. Do I need to make a payment today? How much?
  3. What happens if I do not contact the Court and execute my Court ordered payment plan?
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Texas Rules

  1. 04-01-2015 Texas Rules of Evidence (PDF)
  2. Texas Rules of Civil Procedure Part V Rules of Practice In Justice Courts (PDF)

Criminal Forms

  1. Defendants Plea (PDF)
  2. Extension (PDF)
  3. Payment Plan (PDF)
  4. Request for Driver Safety Course For Violations Dated AFTER 1-1-2020

Civil Forms

  1. Eviction Petition (Effective 11/12/2021)
  2. Debt Claim (PDF)
  3. Repair and Remedy (PDF)
  4. Small Claims (PDF)
  5. Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs - Civil (PDF)